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Pioneering, perfecting, and listening to contr We re celebrating half a century of pioneering, perfecting and listening to

Over the years, understanding your professional needs has helped Tapco Tools deliver advanced sheet metal brakes and

We provide easier bending, safer cutting, faster slitting, and near-effortless roll forming for standout trim aesthetics.

finish. Tapco Tools give you an immediate productivity boost.

50th Anniversary Brake Forming Better Results New hinge system eliminates hinge wearing and material scraping.

Dual durometer urethane strip grips work piece, but is rigid where metal is crushed against anvil.

2 Pioneering, perfecting, and listening to contr We re celebrating half a century of pioneering, perfecting and listening to contractors like you, with our Special Edition 50th Anniversary Brake. Over the years, understanding your professional needs has helped Tapco Tools deliver advanced sheet metal brakes and integrated tool systems that are lighter, faster, stronger, versatile, and extremely reliable. We provide easier bending, safer cutting, faster slitting, and near-effortless roll forming for standout trim aesthetics. You re able to fabricate pieces with an exacting fit for functional, home-protecting performance and the ultimate fine finish. Tapco Tools give you an immediate productivity boost. See how one of our integrated systems quickly pays for itself, bringing you the power to form better results. 50th Anniversary Brake Forming Better Results New hinge system eliminates hinge wearing and material scraping. Moving hinge can be easily removed for cleaning and lubricating. Dual durometer urethane strip grips work piece, but is rigid where metal is crushed against anvil. Lifting handles can be positioned anywhere along the brake to suit the user. Star labels reference common bends used on job site. ITEM # LENGTH FEET/METERS WORKING WEIGHT POUNDS/ KILOGRAMS CAPACITIES '6" 2,59 m 104 lbs. 47,17 kg Soft Aluminum: Up to '6" 3,20 m 130 lbs. 58,96 kg Galvanized Steel: Up to 28 ga. Copper sheet & coil: Up to 16 oz '6" 3,81 m 158 lbs. 71,67 kg 2

3 actors like you New handle eliminates handle plugs for ease of storage. New floating hinge, designed to reduce wear and improve ergonomics. Star labels reference common bends used on jobsite. 3

The PRO System Moves you ahead of your competition PRO Brakes Bend trimwork on the jobsite like a PRO Stores material inside brake reduces handling and flipping of material.

PRO 14 also available in 10'6" Heavy Duty version. PRO 19: throat depth 19", mouth opening 2-3/8" PRO 14: throat depth 14", mouth opening 2-3/8" It s increased my speed. It s just plain easy to use.

We ve got the 10' model and the stand with wheels, so we can move it around the jobsite easily. I revamped my 12' tool trailer and it fits perfectly.

PRO Brake Side-Winder Angle Gauge PRO Cut-Off Gauge PRO Cut-Off Snap Stand with optional wheel kit ITEM # PRODUCT LENGTH WORKING WEIGHT CAPACITIES FEET/METERS POUNDS/ KILOGRAMS 10556 PRO 19 8' 6"

4 The PRO System Moves you ahead of your competition PRO Brakes Bend trimwork on the jobsite like a PRO Stores material inside brake reduces handling and flipping of material. Patented Moving Pivot Hinge" increases bending power without marring material. 180 hemming capability for making more rigid panels. Available in 8'6", 10'6" and 12'6" lengths. PRO 14 also available in 10'6" Heavy Duty version. PRO 19: throat depth 19", mouth opening 2-3/8" PRO 14: throat depth 14", mouth opening 2-3/8" It s increased my speed. It s just plain easy to use. The throat opens wider to let us do more return-type bending so we have more solid corners and bends. The PRO 19 is a great brake. We ve got the 10' model and the stand with wheels, so we can move it around the jobsite easily. I revamped my 12' tool trailer and it fits perfectly. William Breen William Breen Builder, Grand Rapids, MI Custom builder & remodeler for more than 25 years, and previous owner of a 25-year old Tapco brake that s still in good operation. PRO Brake Side-Winder Angle Gauge PRO Cut-Off Gauge PRO Cut-Off Snap Stand with optional wheel kit ITEM # PRODUCT LENGTH WORKING WEIGHT CAPACITIES FEET/METERS POUNDS/ KILOGRAMS PRO 19 8' 6" 2,59 m 96 lbs. 43,4 kg Soft Aluminum: Up to.030 Galvanized Steel: Up to 28 ga PRO 19 10' 6" 3,20 m 121 lbs. 54,7 kg Copper sheet & coil: Up to 16 oz. PRO 19 Shown with: Angle Gauge PRO Cut-Off Gauge Side-Winder Snap Stand Wheel Kit PRO 19 12' 6" 3,81 m 147 lbs. 66,8 kg PRO 14 8' 6" 2,59 m 87 lbs. 39,3 kg PRO 14 10' 6" 3,20 m 106 lbs. 48,1 kg PRO 14 12' 6" 3,81 m 129 lbs. 58,4 kg PRO 14 Heavy Duty 10' 6" 3,20 m 127 lbs. 57,6 kg Soft Aluminum: Up to.030 Galvanized Steel: Up to 28 ga. Copper sheet & coil: Up to 16 oz. HEAVY DUTY Soft Aluminum: Up to.040 Galvanized Steel: Up to 26 ga. Copper sheet & coil: Up to 20 oz. 4

Angle Gauge Take the guess work out of your bends. Mounts easily on any PRO, MX Series, or MAX-I-MUM II brake built after 1995. Quickly shows the bending angle. Item #11663 Working weight: 1 lb.

Item #12250, includes 2 gauges Working weight: 1 lb. / 0,45 kg PRO Cut-Off Quickly and safely make factory quality cuts right on your brake. Lightweight aluminum construction built to last.

/ 3,6 kg Capacity: All Vinyl, Aluminum: Up to.030, Galvanized Steel: Up to 28 ga., Copper: Up to 16 oz. Snap Stand Solid support for your portable brakes and saw tables.

5 Angle Gauge Take the guess work out of your bends. Mounts easily on any PRO, MX Series, or MAX-I-MUM II brake built after Quickly shows the bending angle. Item #11663 Working weight: 1 lb. / 0,45 kg PRO Cut-Off Gauge Makes cuts faster without measuring each cut. Easily identifies distance for Cut-Off usage. Simplifies Cutting. For use with the PRO 19, PRO 14, and MAX XL. Item #12250, includes 2 gauges Working weight: 1 lb. / 0,45 kg PRO Cut-Off Quickly and safely make factory quality cuts right on your brake. Lightweight aluminum construction built to last. Eliminates use of dangerous utility knives and open blades. Use with all PRO Series Brakes (1995 and after). Includes molded storage case. Item # Working weight: 8 lbs. / 3,6 kg Capacity: All Vinyl, Aluminum: Up to.030, Galvanized Steel: Up to 28 ga., Copper: Up to 16 oz. Snap Stand Solid support for your portable brakes and saw tables. Legs adjust independently to level on uneven ground. Brakes and Tables easily snap and lock in place. Folds flat for easy storage. Sets up in seconds. Item #11720 Working weight: 37 lb. / 16,8 kg Optional Wheel Kit: Easy to attach, Steel hub, 10" Pneumatic tires Item #11980 Working weight: 10 lb. / 4,5 kg 5

/ 10,9 kg Capacity: up to 24" x 100' coil We purchased our Tapco brake about eight years ago and quite honestly, I don t know how we got along without it. It s the best investment I ever made.

6 The PRO System Material Support Table (set) Item #10001 Working weight: 10 lb. / 4,5 kg Side-Winder Keeps the coil at your side where you need it! Allows you to feed coil directly into the jaws of your PRO Brake. Attaches in seconds to PRO 19 or PRO 14 brakes. (excluding 12'6") Item #10776 Working weight: 24 lb. / 10,9 kg Capacity: up to 24" x 100' coil We purchased our Tapco brake about eight years ago and quite honestly, I don t know how we got along without it. It s the best investment I ever made. We rely on our Tapco brake and it never fails us to do a perfect job. Lynn Ball President, Ball Custom Builders LLC Lafayette, Ind. Brake Buddy Roll forming tool for use with portable brakes. Quickly and easily forms brick mold trim and decorative ribs. Enables you to offer added style and individuality to all your jobs. Easy adjustment with the flick of your wrist. Includes molded plastic storage case. Item #11676 Working weight: 13 lb. / 5,9 kg Capacity:.019 alum, PVC coated alum, and vinyl coated trim coil STANDARD ROLLERS - INCLUDED OPTIONAL ROLLERS - SOLD SEPARATELY Rib Rollers Brickmold Rollers Traditional Brickmold Roller V-Groove Rollers Crown Mold Rollers 6

MAX-I-MUM XL MAX-I-MUM XL System Includes MAX-I-MUM II Brake, MAX Snap Stand with Wheel Kit and adjustable MAX Cut-Off. Bends and forms commercial metals on the job site.

Throat depth: 19", mouth opening: 2 3/8" ITEM # LENGTH WORKING WEIGHT CAPACITIES FEET/METERS POUNDS/ KILOGRAMS 11017 11018 8' 6" 10' 6" 2,59 m 3,20 m 133 lbs. 158 lbs. 60,1 kg 71,6 kg Aluminum: Up to.

7 MAX-I-MUM XL MAX-I-MUM XL System Includes MAX-I-MUM II Brake, MAX Snap Stand with Wheel Kit and adjustable MAX Cut-Off. Bends and forms commercial metals on the job site. Patented Moving Pivot Hinge increases bending power without marring materials. 180 hemming capability for making more rigid panels. Throat depth: 19", mouth opening: 2 3/8" ITEM # LENGTH WORKING WEIGHT CAPACITIES FEET/METERS POUNDS/ KILOGRAMS ' 6" 10' 6" 2,59 m 3,20 m 133 lbs. 158 lbs. 60,1 kg 71,6 kg Aluminum: Up to.040 Galvanized Steel: Up to 24ga. Galvanized Steel Painted: Up to 26ga ' 6" 3,81 m 190 lbs. 86,0 kg Soft & Annealed Copper: Up to 32oz. Stainless Steel, ½ hard: Up to 24ga ' 6" 4,42 m 217 lbs. 98,3 kg Adjustable MAX Cut-Off Makes factory quality cuts in commercial sheet metals right on your brake. Heavy duty roller shear. Adjustment allows cuts on a large range of materials. Eliminates the need for unsafe utility knives and conventional shears. Can be used with MX Series and MAX-I-MUM XL brakes. Includes molded plastic storage case. Item #12261 Working weight: 9 lb. / 4,1 kg Capacity: Aluminum: Up to.050, Galvanized Steel: Up to 24 ga. Soft Copper: Up to 32 oz., Stainless Steel: Up to 24 ga. 7

MX Series Brakes Commercial Bending System System includes an MX Series Brake, MX Stand and Adjustable MAX Cut-Off.

180 hemming capacity for making more rigid panels.

74,84 kg All Vinyl Sheet Aluminum: Up to 16ga. (.050) Galvanized Steel: Up to 22ga. 11018 10' 6" 3,20 m 208 lbs.

11019 12' 6" 3,81 m 242 lbs. 109,77 kg Stainless Steel, ½ hard: Up to 24ga.

8 MX Series Brakes Commercial Bending System System includes an MX Series Brake, MX Stand and Adjustable MAX Cut-Off. Brake features a 19 5/8" throat depth with a 1 7/16" mouth opening. Available in 8'6", 10'6" and 12'6" lengths. 180 hemming capacity for making more rigid panels. ITEM # LENGTH WORKING WEIGHT CAPACITIES FEET/METERS POUNDS/ KILOGRAMS ' 6" 2,59 m 165 lbs. 74,84 kg All Vinyl Sheet Aluminum: Up to 16ga. (.050) Galvanized Steel: Up to 22ga ' 6" 3,20 m 208 lbs. 94,35 kg Galvanized Steel Painted: Up to 24ga. CR Sheet & Coil Steel: Up to 22ga. Soft & Annealed Copper: Up to 32oz ' 6" 3,81 m 242 lbs. 109,77 kg Stainless Steel, ½ hard: Up to 24ga. Die castings with reinforcing ribs for increased bending performance. Double-walled pivot arms provide added strength. Adjustable MAX Cut-Off MX Stand offers complete stability with its trapezoidal design and wider plank. New ergonomic handles offer a better grip and added leverage. Moving hinge system is easy to maintain and increases bending power. 8

thicknesses with no need for adjustments.

9 "Windy" SP Windy SP Port-O-Brake The Workhorse of the Industry for over 30 years. Locks on a wide variety of material thicknesses with no need for adjustments. Stainless steel bending edge. Capable of 130 overbends. Removable bending handle for easy transport. Throat depth: 14", mouth opening: 3/4". ITEM # LENGTH WORKING WEIGHT CAPACITIES FEET/METERS POUNDS/ KILOGRAMS ' 6" 2,59 m 86 lbs. 38,9 kg Soft Aluminum: Up to.030 Galvanized Steel: Up to 29 ga ' 6" 3,20 m 104 lbs. 47,2 kg 9

Saw Tables ProTrax shown on optional Snap Stand ProTrax The saw table designed for professional siding mechanics. Cuts multiple angles from 3/12 to 12/12. 13" Deck width.

Lightweight and durable tubular frame system. Item #11850 Length: 6' / 2,54 m Working weight: 82 lb. / 37,2 kg I have been in business since 1984, using the Tapco brake from the beginning.

10 Saw Tables ProTrax shown on optional Snap Stand ProTrax The saw table designed for professional siding mechanics. Cuts multiple angles from 3/12 to 12/12. 13" Deck width. Accommodates almost any 7¼" circular saw. Captured saw track provides secure & safe operation. Free-floating saw boom for flexibility and time savings at the job site. Lightweight and durable tubular frame system. Item #11850 Length: 6' / 2,54 m Working weight: 82 lb. / 37,2 kg I have been in business since 1984, using the Tapco brake from the beginning. You can get more of your coil into it with the 19 depth, and you can take an L-bend and put it inside the brake if you have to make another bend because the mouth opens wide. I bend a lot of sill trim for brick mold and fascia so I can get a nice nail-less trim assembly. The brake s wonderful. I couldn t imagine getting to where I am in the construction world now without it. Andy Voytko Owner, Exterior Remodelers Easton, Penn. MiniTrax MAXTrax Designed for oversized material. Cuts angles from 3/12 to 12/12 even on 16" panels. 20" Deck width. Accommodates almost any 7¼" circular saw. Free-floating saw boom for flexibility and time savings at the job site. Captured saw track provides secure & safe operation. Lightweight and durable tubular frame system. Item #12282 Length: 6' / 2,54 m Working weight: 113 lb. / 51,3 kg MiniTrax Super portable for light duty use. Compact Captured saw track Spring loaded material grip Full range of angles from 3/12 to 12/12 Item #12181 Length: 5' / 1,67 m Working weight: 47 lb. / 21,3 kg ProTrax Deck Extender Kit Extend your saw table for wider materials. Extends table deck to 20" to accommodate siding, soffit, and decorative siding profiles. Converts the saw table into a layout table or universal workstation. Kit contains 2 extension pieces. Item #11988 Working weight: 9 lb. / 4,1 kg Capacity: up to 24" x 100' coil 10

Slitters Port-O-Slitter shown with optional accessories: Slitter Snap Stand, Slitter Cut- Off, and PRO-Coiler Port-O-Slitter 24" System Portable precision slitting and rib forming system.

11 Slitters Port-O-Slitter shown with optional accessories: Slitter Snap Stand, Slitter Cut- Off, and PRO-Coiler Port-O-Slitter 24" System Portable precision slitting and rib forming system. Two sets of cutting knives included to make single or multiple factory quality cuts. Forms strengthening ribs and perforates most materials. Optional 1/2 H.P. Motor Kit (specify 110v or 220v), available. 24" Port-O-Slitter: Item #10385 Working weight: 82 lb. / 37,2 kg Capacity: Soft Aluminum: Up to.030, Galvanized steel: Up to 28 ga., Copper: Up to 16 oz. 24" Slitter Snap Stand: Item # " Slitter Cut-Off: Item #10667 MAX-Slitter 48" System Heavy Duty precision slitting and rib forming system. Includes Slitter Cut-Off, Slitter Snap Stand with wheel kit, ½ H.P. Motor Kit, and Modular Table. Two sets of cutting knives included to make single or multiple factory quality cuts. Forms strengthening ribs and perforates most materials. Item #10238 Working weight: 250 lb. / 113,4 kg Capacity: Soft Aluminum: Up to.040 Galvanized steel: Up to 24 ga. Soft & annealed copper: Up to 32 oz. Stainless steel, ½ hard: Up to 24 ga. Accessories Perforating rolls sold separately. PRO-Coiler Portable trim coil holder for use with Windy SP and Port-O-Slitter. Lightweight and easy to use. Attaches and detaches easily. Allows for easy coil changes in seconds. Item #10367 Working weight: 10 lb. / 4,5 kg Folding Legs Light duty leg set for use with Windy SP. Tubular steel construction. 30" high, folds compactly. Item #10147 Working weight: 13 lb. / 5,9 kg All Tapco Tools are made under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 3,161,223 4,321,817 4,651,553 4,489,583 4,493,200 4,445,356 4,372,142 4,766,757 3,817,075 4,557,132 4,240,279 4,671,094 3,482,427 4,494,397 3,559,444 5,343,728 5,353,620 5,505,069 Other U.S. & Foreign Pats. Pend. 11

12 The Tapco Group : Innovation is our Cornerstone All of our brands at The Tapco Group are firmly rooted in innovation. Focusing on maintenance-free beauty, easy installation, sustainability and delivering the most colors and product options, The Tapco Group is committed to Innovation Born from Original Thinking. From the basement to the roof, we have your needs covered. We invite you to learn more about the complete range of premium interior and exterior products offered by The Tapco Group. StoneCraft Industries With incredibly authentic texture, StoneCraft manufactured stone veneer delivers all the beauty of stone, without the cost that comes with quarried stone. Our proprietary manufacturing process ensures a natural look with minimal repeat, and our sustainable mix of ingredients produces stones that will weather and age just like real stone. StoneCraft brings a uniquely rugged sophistication, adding value to homes and outstanding charm to commercial buildings. InSpire Roofing Products InSpire offers the industry s widest color palette, including the only color-through blended-color tiles on the market. The proprietary manufacturing process ensures authentic texture for both InSpire s composite slate and composite cedar shakes, and correct weathering for elegance over the decades. Durability and safety are enhanced with a Class A fire rating and our InFlex design that delivers a perfect fit and strength that survives 110 mph winds. The Foundry The Foundry Specialty Siding offers the handsome warmth of shake and shingle siding and the inherent charm of stone. Our proprietary manufacturing process uses more than a hundred molds cast from real cedar and stone, giving your home authentic texture with artistic color and premium durability. An ASA cap keeps colors rich for a lifetime. Contractor-friendly 5-foot panels are unique, allowing easy handling, less scrap and faster completion of homes. Atlantic Premium Shutters When only the best will do, Atlantic Premium Shutters provide the ultimate level of sophistication for homes. Atlantic s architecturally-correct shutters are handcrafted to each homeowner s specifications, adding detail and dimension with operability or full functionality. The Architectural Collection s cutting-edge construction lasts a lifetime, while its protective finish ensures the rich color you select will stay vibrant for years. Mid-America Siding Components Holding more exterior-product patents than anyone else, Mid-America Siding Components help builders and contractors finish the job, with decorative products that install easily and provide standout curb appeal. Our innovations allow quick and efficient installation while delivering a finished look. Offered in the industry s widest color palette, Mid-America products add versatile style to exteriors ranging from brick to fiber cement to stone veneer. Wellcraft Egress Systems For code-compliance and peace of mind, Wellcraft Egress Systems provide critical escape routes while making basements more livable. The systems simple use delivers an emergency exit that even children can operate. Basements are enhanced by the addition of natural light and fresh air, and innovative well designs even allow homeowners to create a scenic look by adding flowers and plants directly into well steps. Tapco Integrated Tool Systems Serving professional siding applicators since 1961, Tapco Integrated Tool Systems allow for faster bending, safer cutting and customized exterior touches that distinguish their customers homes. Our brakes and full line of accessories offer quick measuring, efficient slitting and sawing, enhanced job site mobility and the ability to create value-adding decorative designs and strengthening ribs in fascia, window trims, frieze boards, porch posts and beams. IQm Trim Boards An industry revolution, IQm Trim brings expressive, colorful detail to homes without the need to ever pick up a paintbrush. IQm surpasses traditional PVC, long available only in white, to offer the industry s widest spectrum of colors. Its cellular PVC design is color-through and protected by an ASA cap for performance that s warranted for life. IQm s patented AquaFlex fin provides a secondary level of protection by funneling water away from a home, reducing moisture damage. The built-in j-channel hides the cut ends of fiber cement or other panels. Item # Headwaters. All rights reserved. T8136 CT-12/10

PRO Series Brakes Operating Instructions

PRO Series Brakes Operating Instructions Tapco Products Company PRO Brake System PRO Cut Off Gauge Simplifies cutting. PRO Cut-Off Quickly, safely, and easily makes factory quality cuts in coil stock,